Who won Alabama vs. LSU on November 7, 2026? Alabama defeated LSU 31–13 in Saturday’s college football game at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Alabama quarterback Keelon Russell threw three touchdown passes, and the Crimson Tide finished the game with 21 unanswered points after falling behind in the third quarter. These figures come from Alabama Athletics’ official game recap and accompanying box score, not live-score estimates.
Alabama vs. LSU: 2026 final score by quarter
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 3 | 7 | 7 | 14 | 31 |
| LSU | 3 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 13 |
Alabama led 10–3 at halftime. LSU moved ahead 13–10 during the third quarter, but Alabama regained the lead before the fourth and pulled away with two additional passing touchdowns.
How did Alabama come back after LSU took a 13–10 lead?
Conor Talty opened the scoring with a 43-yard field goal for Alabama. Scott Starzyk’s 23-yard kick made it 3–3 for LSU. Ryan Coleman-Williams then put Alabama ahead in the second quarter with a one-yard touchdown run, building a 10–3 halftime advantage.
LSU closed the gap with Starzyk’s 41-yard field goal early in the third quarter. Later, Dilin Jones scored on a five-yard run with 2:44 remaining in the quarter, giving LSU its first lead at 13–10.
Alabama responded on the following possession. Russell found Josh Ford for a seven-yard touchdown with 36 seconds left in the third quarter, making it 17–13. In the fourth quarter, Russell connected with Cederian Morgan for a 25-yard score and later with Kaleb Edwards for a four-yard touchdown, making the final 31–13.
Keelon Russell’s official passing stats
Russell finished 17-for-24 passing for 206 yards, three touchdowns and zero interceptions. He added 25 rushing yards on eight carries. The passing touchdowns went to Josh Ford, Cederian Morgan and Kaleb Edwards. Alabama recorded 285 total offensive yards, including 79 rushing and 206 passing.
Among Alabama receivers, Rico Scott finished with three catches for 67 yards. Edwards caught three passes for 50 yards and a touchdown, according to Alabama’s official statistics.
How did LSU outgain Alabama but lose by 18 points?
The official team statistics show LSU had 457 total yards and 27 first downs compared with Alabama’s 285 yards and 13 first downs. The Tigers controlled the ball for 32 minutes, 45 seconds, while Alabama had 27 minutes, 15 seconds of possession.
However, yardage and possession alone do not determine points. LSU was 5-for-14 on third downs and 0-for-4 on fourth downs. Alabama’s game report says LSU turned the ball over on downs on three of its final four offensive series; two Alabama fourth-quarter touchdown drives started after LSU failed to convert. Alabama also recorded an interception from Luke Metz in the second quarter.
| Statistic | Alabama | LSU |
|---|---|---|
| Total yards | 285 | 457 |
| Passing yards | 206 | 380 |
| Rushing yards | 79 | 77 |
| First downs | 13 | 27 |
| Time of possession | 27:15 | 32:45 |
What are Alabama and LSU’s records after the game?
With the win, Alabama improved to 7–2 overall and 5–2 in SEC play. LSU fell to 6–3 overall and 3–3 in the SEC. These records reflect the results through November 7 and should not be confused with future standings.
Who does Alabama play next?
Alabama’s next listed game is at Vanderbilt on Saturday, November 14, 2026, at 11:45 a.m. Central Time, with SEC Network television coverage indicated by Alabama Athletics. For the latest kickoff or scheduling changes, use Alabama’s official 2026 football schedule. Check LSU’s official schedule for its next contest rather than relying on an outdated listing.
What does the result mean for the College Football Playoff conversation?
The win adds a result against a ranked conference opponent to Alabama’s season. It does not automatically determine playoff inclusion: the selection committee releases updated rankings and eventually the final field. Our 2026 College Football Playoff rankings and bracket guide explains when official rankings are released and how the format works. Browse Sports & Event Guides for related U.S. event coverage.
Official sources
- Alabama Athletics: Official November 7 game recap, score and drives
- Alabama Athletics: Official team and player box score
- LSU Athletics: Official LSU game recap
Featured photograph: Tiger Stadium at LSU during a separate 2021 football event. It accurately shows the venue but is not a photo from the November 7, 2026 Alabama–LSU game. U.S. Air Force / Senior Airman Jacob B. Wrightsman, public domain.
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What was the final score of Alabama vs LSU on November 7, 2026?
Alabama won 31–13 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge.
Who scored Alabama's three passing touchdowns against LSU?
Josh Ford, Cederian Morgan and Kaleb Edwards caught touchdown passes from Keelon Russell.
What were Keelon Russell's stats against LSU?
He completed 17 of 24 passes for 206 yards, three touchdowns and zero interceptions, and rushed eight times for 25 yards.
How did LSU lose despite having more yards?
LSU outgained Alabama 457–285, but Alabama scored the last 21 points and the Tigers were 0-for-4 on fourth down.
